How much does a lifeguard make in Oregon?
$35,030a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Oregon. That is $16.84 an hour or $2,919 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.84
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,560Median: $35,030Highest 10%: $42,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,560 | $14.69 | |
| 25th | $32,810 | $15.77 | |
| Median | $35,030 | $16.84 | |
| 75th | $37,610 | $18.08 | |
| 90th | $42,530 | $20.45 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Medford, OR | $38,790 |
| Bend, OR | $37,930 |
| Portland, OR | $36,350 |
| Salem, OR | $33,570 |
| Albany, OR | $33,410 |
| Eugene, OR | $31,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 11. Colorado | $35,640 |
| 12. Arizona | $35,380 |
| 13. Florida | $35,040 |
| 14. Oregon | $35,030 |
| 15. New Jersey | $34,760 |
| 16. Alaska | $34,540 |
| 17. Maryland | $34,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $16.84 ($35,030 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $35,030 against $33,580 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Oregon rank for lifeguard pay?
Oregon ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays lifeguards the most?
Medford, OR, with a median of $38,790 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.